Danger Will Robinson — I Have Your Robot

Lost in Space community article. See Lost in Space reference content.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the phrase ‘Danger, Will Robinson’? The phrase is the B9 robot’s iconic warning call to young Will Robinson in the CBS television series Lost in Space (1965–1968). The line was delivered in post-production by Dick Tufeld, the announcer for Irwin Allen productions, and has become one of the most referenced catchphrases in popular culture — a shorthand for alarm that has outlasted the series by decades.

Who was Will Robinson in Lost in Space? Will Robinson was the youngest son of the Robinson family in Lost in Space, played by Billy Mumy. Will’s close relationship with the B9 robot was a central element of the series, with the robot often protecting Will from danger. The robot’s warnings directed at Will Robinson became the show’s most memorable recurring moment.

What was the B9 robot’s voice like and who created it? Dick Tufeld provided the B9 robot’s voice with electronic processing that gave it a slightly robotic quality without making it incomprehensible. The delivery was measured, slightly ominous, and occasionally alarmed. Tufeld reprised the role for the 1998 Lost in Space feature film and remained associated with the character until his death in 2012.

Where can Lost in Space B9 robot community content be found? The primary community hub is the B9 Builders Club forums, which have accumulated decades of reference material, builder documentation, and community knowledge. The site you are viewing — b9robotresource.com — covers the Lost in Space section of the broader B9 robot resource, including history, tribute content, and prop replica guides.

Further Reading from Authoritative Sources

• Lost in Space — Wikipedia’s Lost in Space article provides authoritative series history, cast details, and cultural impact information directly relevant to this stub’s topic.
• B9 robot — Wikipedia’s Robot (Lost in Space) article covers the prop’s design, Dick Tufeld’s voice characterization, and the character’s cultural impact.